Adult Lesson Instructors
Adult lessons are taught by a team of committed, seasoned, accredited instructors.
Mark Bitz
Adult Lesson Coordinator
Mark started teaching Nordic Kids over 25 years ago. Mark says, “Skiing is a fun way to enjoy the beautiful winters on Mt. Spokane and the wonderful people in Spokane’s Nordic ski community. My goal is to help people have a great experience outdoors by improving their technique and efficiency so they can feel safe and ski farther. I appreciate the collaborative interaction of teaching/learning. As a ski instructor, I look forward to helping beginners or skilled skiers reach their goals whether that be skiing on a more difficult trail or preparing for a long distance race.
Natasha Sharman
Cross Country skiing is my favorite winter activity. It is fun, forgiving on joints and great for mental health too!
I learned to Cross Country ski while growing up in far off Siberia, where winters are so long. I became xc ski instructor, when I joined other parent volunteers at Spokane Nordic's Nordic Kids program. Now I love teaching students of all ages and abilities and sharing my love for this fun sport.
Duane Crockett
My goal is to have the students learn valuable skills, to have fun, and to feel safe and comfortable. I started Crosscountry skiing in 1973 in Coeur d Alene , Idaho on wooden skis. I have extensive experience as an Instructor. I was an Instructor Pilot in the Army teaching Emergency Procedures and Gunnery on a daily basis.
Jaime Redman
Jamie is a Spokane native, and has been roaming the trails of Mt Spokane since she was a little girl. She loves helping skiers of all levels achieve their goals, improve their confidence, and hone their skills. When she’s not coaching with SNSA, you can find her going on sunrise hikes, eating pink cookies from the Rocket Bakery, or running animal-shaped routes on Strava.
Kathine Alley
Katherine says: "I love teaching new skiers and more experienced skiers alike. There is always something more to learn in skiing! I love taking students out and exploring our beautiful Nordic area. I'll often meet my students again later on the trail and love seeing their progress."
George Momany
George has been Nordic skiing for over 45 years, and teaching for the last 20 years on Mt Spokane. As an instructor of adults, he enjoys seeing students get more enthusiastic by feeling more comfortable, and more efficient on the snow. "It's great to see a skier take 2 or 3 points away from a lesson, and incorporate that in their technique"
Loni Olson-Ash
"Nordic skiing sucked me in 30 years ago. I love helping people get outside and be active: breathing fresh air, communing with nature, getting exercise, and interacting with friends. I hope people will enjoy their time with me so much that they come back to ski often, bringing friends, improving their skills, and getting more fit."
Lisa Sunderman
It is my pleasure to coach students to master basics and sharpen their skills in both skate and classical technique. My goal is to have fun skiing outdoors in winter. I enjoy guiding beginners and experienced skiers and I am contantly thinking of skills and drills to teach.
Steve Cole
Steve started skiing in high school in the 1960s, modifying downhill bindings to allow a free heel, then was introduced to Nordic skis in college. He says, "What I most like about teaching is giving people the opportunity to get out and enjoy the winter environment in a safe, fun sport. Each student has different goals in skiing. I work to first identify and then enable them to accomplish their goals."
Dave Yadon
Dave says, "I have been Nordic, alpine and telemark skiing since college, almost 50 years! I thoroughly enjoy interacting and helping people, young and old, experience the joy of skiing. My goal is for people to have fun while they are working on whatever skiing goals they have."
Bob Hyslop
"My hope is that the individuals or group that I instruct will come away from our time together learning how to have a little more fun than they have already figured out. I started downhill skiing on Mt. Spokane as a young kid. In the late 1970s I started cross-country skiing and have never looked back. I thoroughly enjoy classic skiing or skate skiing and look forward to sharing my passion with you in either medium.”
Carl Sunderman
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Brian Southworth
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Kari Einset
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